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Mince pies, which combine meats with fruits and spices, were transported to Europe from the Middle East. Getty Images

Christmas food to know, from mince pies and stollen to kul-kuls

Here are some delicious dishes to sample at a festive table near you this season

Formula Rossa reopens at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Top interior trends for 2025: Bold colours and wellness corners

Liwa Village, an Abu Dhabi festival with family at its heart

Vegetarians will be spoilt for choice at this Indian restaurant in Abu Dhabi

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Fashion shootLuxury's December cover: Chanel's brave new world

This miniature pickleball court can be placed on a coffee table. Photo: Moose Games

Christmas toys for children: Gifts to put under the tree

Kelly Hoppen is a South African-born British interior designer, author and former 'dragon' on the BBC's Dragons' Den. Photo: Venni

One Last Thing: Quickfire with interior design star Kelly Hoppen

A mall in Dubai has set up a telephone booth with 'Santa Claus' on the other end of the line. Photo: City Centre Deira

Things to do in the UAE this week: Chat to Santa or meet Ronaldo

Historic Italian military vessel Amerigo Vespucci will dock in Abu Dhabi as part of its diplomatic world tour. Photo: Embassy of Italy in UAE / Instagram

Historic Italian training ship Amerigo Vespucci docks in Abu Dhabi

Christmas decoration in a tree at Global Village in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

Most impressive Christmas decorations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Spending the day in the many stretches of desert around the Emirates is both fun and free to do. Gemma White for The National

How I spent a month entertaining my children for free in the UAE

Old Delhi butter chicken at Indian restaurant Jamavar, which won one star in the inaugural Michelin Guide Doha. Photo: Jamavar

Indian restaurant wins big at first Michelin Guide Doha ceremony

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Fashion shootLuxury's December cover: Chanel's brave new world

This miniature pickleball court can be placed on a coffee table. Photo: Moose Games

Christmas toys for children: Gifts to put under the tree

Kelly Hoppen is a South African-born British interior designer, author and former 'dragon' on the BBC's Dragons' Den. Photo: Venni

One Last Thing: Quickfire with interior design star Kelly Hoppen

A mall in Dubai has set up a telephone booth with 'Santa Claus' on the other end of the line. Photo: City Centre Deira

Things to do in the UAE this week: Chat to Santa or meet Ronaldo

Historic Italian military vessel Amerigo Vespucci will dock in Abu Dhabi as part of its diplomatic world tour. Photo: Embassy of Italy in UAE / Instagram

Historic Italian training ship Amerigo Vespucci docks in Abu Dhabi

Christmas decoration in a tree at Global Village in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

Most impressive Christmas decorations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Spending the day in the many stretches of desert around the Emirates is both fun and free to do. Gemma White for The National

How I spent a month entertaining my children for free in the UAE

Old Delhi butter chicken at Indian restaurant Jamavar, which won one star in the inaugural Michelin Guide Doha. Photo: Jamavar

Indian restaurant wins big at first Michelin Guide Doha ceremony

gif for luxury shorthand december edition - chanel collaboration

Fashion shootLuxury's December cover: Chanel's brave new world

This miniature pickleball court can be placed on a coffee table. Photo: Moose Games

Christmas toys for children: Gifts to put under the tree

Features

Running clubs are proving popular as they are also a good way for social interaction. Gabin Vallet / Unsplash

Fitness trends for 2025: Hyrox, running clubs and healing practices

Experts say sleep and recovery are a priority as is mindfulness, while group fitness will also take centre stage

Inside the vintage school bus that's a mobile art studio for children

Designer Brunello Cucinelli says his creations are expensive but that allows 'every link in the chain to be rewarded a fair amount'. Photo: Brunello Cucinelli

Brunello Cucinelli on philosophy, sustainability and living a full life

Mercedes-Benz G-Class EV 2024 review: Striking, suave and silent

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is famed for its New Year's Eve fireworks. Photo: Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

Where to watch New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks in the UAE

Viral food trends of 2024 – cucumber guy to kunafa bars

Airports as luxury destinations? It's an idea taking off

Sexy Fish Dubai review: Fine food with an electrifying vibe

Relief for Lebanese as UAE flights resume in time for Christmas break

Travel

Idyllic beaches of Nosy Iranja, one of several destinations to visit in Madagascar. Getty Images

Why now is the time to visit Madagascar

An island of contrasts, this Indian Ocean escape offers pioneering travellers everything from untouched beaches to exotic animals

Etihad resumes flights to Lebanon and Icehotel reopens

What are the ambitious mega-projects shaping Saudi Arabia's future?

Christmas attractions worth travelling for, from Germany to Denmark

Airports as luxury destinations? It's an idea taking off

Abu Dhabi's Zayed International named world’s most beautiful airport

10 times Burj Al Arab helipad has stolen the show

Luxury magazine

Kelly Hoppen is a South African-born British interior designer, author and former 'dragon' on the BBC's Dragons' Den. Photo: Venni

One Last Thing: Quickfire with interior design star Kelly Hoppen

The South Africa-born British interior designer and author answers The National's quick-fire questions

Standout fashion moments from every month in 2024

Ghost in the machine: Technology makes its way into the artist studio

Prada is a luxury goods star but it's a devil of a time for the rest

Black Book: D&G, L'Afshar x Samsung, Missoni, IWC and Garrard

Brunello Cucinelli on philosophy, sustainability and living a full life

Aesop co-founder Suzanne Santos shares the secrets behind the company's success

Things to do

Formula Rossa goes from 0 to 240kph in under five seconds. Photo: Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Formula Rossa reopens at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Record-breaking roller coaster had unexpectedly closed in January

Liwa Village, an Abu Dhabi festival with family at its heart

Things to do in the UAE this week: Chat to Santa or meet Ronaldo

Where to watch New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks in the UAE

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